The Phantom Heiress Rising From The Shadows

Chapter 975:

The phrase “extra bold” stuck with Ethan, replaying in his head. Brenna turned heads everywhere, even on an ordinary day. Since she’d gone to such effort today with her makeup, was she meeting a man?

Without another word, Ethan turned and stepped into the elevator, his mood sour.

Left behind, Lorna let out a sigh and settled back at her desk, while Greta left to grab lunch with the others.

As soon as the office emptied, Lorna typed out a quick message to Brenna.

“Brenna, Mr. Mitchell is probably on his way to find you. I told him, as you instructed, that you went for lunch nearby, but I didn’t mention which restaurant.”

Brenna’s reply came right away. “Got it.”

up. This was the fifth time Ethan

me, are you Miss Harper?” A shadow fell across her table as a tall man approached,

style—black wool coat, plaid scarf, and the composed manner her mother had

friendly greeting. “That’s right, I’m Brenna

a good impression of Darwin Atkinson. A recent graduate with a master’s degree from Northride University in Orwall, he had returned to the country not long ago and was now working at a financial firm, earning an annual salary of around

as she gestured to the seat across from her. “Please, take a seat. It’s a pleasure to meet you. I’ve already ordered some dishes. I hope they

chair. He unwound his scarf and set it aside with practiced grace. Catching a warm look in his eyes, Brenna felt herself relax. Even if Ethan

if I kept you waiting, Miss Harper. A gentleman should be the first to arrive. The

new

Brenna’s

father works in the police department?” Brenna asked, not particularly skilled at small talk with men

Police Department; he’s good at what he does. If you ever need a favor from him, don’t hesitate to ask me for help. Big or small, I’ll help however I can.” He placed his phone facedown, leaning in to talk to her with